Alcons QRP40 Product Manual

Alcons QRP40 Product Manual

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  • Page 1 QRP40 full range point source column product manual evolutionary audio solutions™...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Product Description Precautions Connection Installation Operation Accessories & options Specifications Simulation Service and support Declaration of conformity QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Ever since its founding in 2002, the Alcons Audio team has been striving for the best possible sound reproduction for any type of source material and in any size of application.To get the best performance out of your Alcons system, please read the precautions section in this manual before installing and operating.
  • Page 4: Product Description

    Shallow form factor and ACO™ color option for unobtrusive deployment The QRP40/90 is a 2-way column loudspeaker to be used as vertical sound system, for both permanent and portable applications. Its slim design packs a perfectly natural, dynamic sound reproduction with superb intelligibility, coverage and throw.
  • Page 5: Precautions

    4. Check conformity of any configuration and respect the maximum allowed values and the safety level recommended by Alcons Audio outlined in this manual. 5. Verify that the Working Load Limit (WLL) of all mounting hardware and accessories is respected. Alcons Audio is not responsible for any equipment and accessories provided by third party manufacturers.
  • Page 6: Connection

    4. Connection The QRP40 is a passive-filtered loudspeaker and features a high quality crossover network. As such, the QRP40 requires one processing/amplifier channel for amplification. To activate the Signal Integrity Sensing™ circuit in the amplified loudspeaker controller (ALC), the use of a 4-core loudspeaker cable with NL4 Speakon®...
  • Page 7 1+2 or 3+4 into one loudspeaker load. In bridge mode connect your loudspeaker with or without SIS to the channel 1 and channel 2 outputs (or channel 3 and 4) as shown above. Sentinel 3 only! QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 8 The QRP40 has a 4 ohms impedance which makes parallel connection possible of multiple cabinets. It is technically possible to connect up to 2 QRP40 cabinets on one amp channel, with a resulting impedance of 2 ohms;Typically, we recommend not going any lower in impedance than 2.7 ohms, which means one QRP40;...
  • Page 9: Installation

    1000 hours durability test in the R&D test bunker at Alcons Audio HQ. On the ALC, the correct QRP40 preset needs to be selected. Go to the “Preset” tab; tap the button on the channel you wish to operate the QRP40 with;...
  • Page 10 5. Installation Now the QRP40 is dedicated to this channel; Next you can make a choice of filter settings within the preset: 80Hz high-pass, 100Hz high-pass or full-range operation. The Alcons VHIR™ processing ensures a flat phase response down to 200Hz with minimal latency; This enables the user to select any Alcons subwoofer to seamlessly work with the QRP40, with optimized phase response.
  • Page 11 5. Installation The dedicated factory QRP40 preset ensures a flat frequency response; With the equalizer and delay sections in the ALC, the performance of the QRP40 can be adjusted to the environment and application. (See fig 7) These settings can be stored in the on-board user-preset bank.
  • Page 12: Operation

    6. Operation The QRP40/90 is equally suitable for mobile deployment as well as fixed installation. Due to the wide 90 degree x narrow 20 degree HF dispersion, horizontal placement is less critical to still obtain a good audience coverage; However, vertically a correct speaker placement and focus is critical for an optimal performance with minimal spill on floor and ceiling, resulting in an excellent front-to-rear intelligibility.
  • Page 13 The QRP40’s slim cabinet shape makes for a low-profile, unobtrusive mounting. The M10 mounting points on top and bottom and the M6 universal mounting bracket pattern on the back enable the use of swivel brackets, stand mount, shoulder eye bolt and microphone stand deployment to get the best positioning for the QRP40.
  • Page 14 The QRP40’s slim cabinet shape makes for a low-profile, unobtrusive mounting. The M10 mounting points on top and bottom and the M6 universal mounting bracket pattern on the back enable the use of swivel brackets, stand mount, shoulder eye bolt and microphone stand deployment to get the best positioning for the QRP40.
  • Page 15: Accessories & Options

    Includes a small diameter grip knob and a large flange for The BRKQRP40 is certified for a safety-rating of extended stability. 10:1, for one cabinet QRP40 and has a weight of 4,8 kg / 10.6 lb. QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 16 The QBASE plate enables the QRP40 The KMADAP1 is an adapter bracket QRP40 from a single pick-point, with one QRP40 to a wall or column. It is to be stacked directly on any flat for using the K&M bracket 11° up and down tilt in 13 different designed for “pan-only”...
  • Page 17 7. Accessories & options ACO™ Colour option: Transport options: ACO™ ( FC2QRP40 Architect Colour Option) Flightcase for 2 pcs. QRP40 The QRP20 can be finished in any of the 180+ colours from the European RAL™ colour scheme QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    8. Specifications QRP40 product views QRP40 - Front QRP40 - Front/s ide QRP40 - Side QRP40 - Rear QRP40 - Top / bottom QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 19 Driver HF 1x RBN1203 12” pro-ribbon driver Recommended drive Sentinel3 min. Connectors 2x Speakon NL4 input/link Nominal SPL peak - QRP40/90 131 dB (Sentinel3 200 Hz - 10 kHz) Physical dimensions inches 136 dB (Sentinel10 200 Hz - 10 kHz) Height 1118 44.0...
  • Page 20 8. Specifications Dimensional drawing Drawing not to scale QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 21: Simulation

    9. Simulation The projection performance of the QRP40/90 can be simulated through the EASE programs. Visit www.alconsaudio.com/simulation to download the GLL data set. QRP40/90 Horizontal: QRP40/90 Vertical: QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 22 9. Simulation The projection performance of the QRP40 can be simulated through the EASE programs. Visit www.alconsaudio.com/simulation to download the GLL data set. Frequency & phase response QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 23: Service And Support

    Summary Alcons Audio BV warrants the original purchaser and any subsequent owner of each new Alcons product, for a period of six years limited from the date of the original purchase by the original purchaser, that the new Alcons product is free of defects in materials and workmanship. Alcons Audio BV warrants the new Alcons product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this warranty, you must keep the original sales receipt to establish the exact date of purchase.
  • Page 24: Declaration Of Conformity

    Are in conformity with the provisions of: Low Voltage Directive, 2006/95/EC Electro-Magnetic Compatibility Directive, 2004/108/EC Applied rules and standards: EN60065 (Electrical Safety) EN55103-1 (Emission) EN55103-2 (Immunity) Established at Zwaag, the Netherlands, January 1st, 2023 T.H. Back Managing Director QRP40 Product Manual V1.0...
  • Page 25 A: Alcons Audio HQ A: Alcons Audio USA A: Alcons Audio GmbH De Corantijn 69 PO Box 1410 Stargarderstraße 2 1689 AN, Zwaag Felton, CA 95018 30900 Wedemark The Netherlands United States of America Germany T: + 31 (0) 229 28 30 90...

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